Summary

Support for Germany’s far-right AfD is surging among young men, driven by concerns over immigration, conservative values, and distrust of mainstream politics.

A Pew study found 26% of German men view AfD positively, compared to 11% of women.

Social media, particularly TikTok, has helped spread its message. Some young supporters reject accusations of extremism, while others openly embrace far-right views.

Analysts warn that if mainstream parties ease their opposition to the AfD, it could become Germany’s dominant right-wing party.

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    1 day ago

    Not surprising, given the same people are pushing the same rhetoric all over the world.

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      17 hours ago

      Not all over though. China isn’t electing Sieg Heil, and neither is the Sahel

    • halfpipe@sopuli.xyz
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      Welcome to web 4.0, where the vocal minority monopolizes all of our feeds